Tariffs imposed on India were to pressure Russia on Ukraine war, says White House

On this bulletin, the focus is on the repeated threats and imposition of sanctions by the United States on India. The White House states, ‘The President has taken actions to pressure Putin, like the sanctions on India, to end this Russia-Ukraine war.’ This comes amidst discussions on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. There is a perceived duality in the US administration’s policy, as bilateral trade between the United States and Russia has reportedly increased by 20% since the President assumed office, while India faces additional tariffs, placing it in the maximum tariff countries category. India is awaiting engagement from the US regarding these trade negotiations, with a scheduled US delegation visit currently not proceeding. The situation also draws comparison to China, which remains the biggest buyer of Russian oil yet enjoys a 90-day direct cruise with the United States.